Warehouse Associate

Who are we?

Sonepar is an independent family-owned group and a world leader in the distribution of electrical equipment, solutions and related services to the trade . In 2024, Sonepar generated a turnover of €32.5 billion. With a presence in 40 countries and an extensive network of retail outlets, the Group is undertaking an ambitious transformation to make life easier for its customers by offering them an omnichannel experience and a range of sustainable solutions for the industrial, construction and energy sectors. Our 46,000 employees are committed to the electrification of the world and united by a shared Purpose: “Power Progress for Future Generations.

Title: Warehouse

Reports to:   Warehouse Supervisor or another Manager

Customers served: External – All Summit customers; Internal – Any member of the Summit team

Role Summary

Summit’s warehouse associates play a pivotal role in fulfilling our customers’ needs for materials and services by receiving in new material from our vendors, picking customer’s orders for will call or delivery, and participating in cycle counting and other inventory management practices.  This role is Summit’s entry level branch position and an excellent role to be introduced to the business and learn skills, product knowledge, and industry best practices that prepare the associate for future opportunities at Summit.

Principle Accountabilities

• Pull customer tickets to fulfill orders.
• Prepare orders for shipment to customers.
• Load and unload Summit trucks.
• Receive and stock products on a daily basis to replenish inventory.
• Understand products and their capabilities and warranties.
• Assist sales associates in fulfilling customer orders when necessary.
• Ensure warehouse and respective outside areas are neat and clean at all times.
• Maintaining safe practices and proactively upholds Summit’s commitment to a safe workplace.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Time management – strong ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, oral and written
• Flexibility – ability to effectively adapt to change
• Strong customer service orientation

Beneficial Skills and Experience

• Previous warehouse experience
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision
• Aptitude for learning

Physical Challenges

• Ability to lift 50+ pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to operate standard warehouse equipment

Pre-employment assessments, drug, and background screens are administered.

Professional appearance required.

FLSA Status:   non-exempt

We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description. Don't hold back because you feel you don't tick every box. At Sonepar, we value your skills, your passion and if your career journey has had remarkable twists and turns, it only adds to your unique story. We ensure we create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued for their uniqueness. Regardless of physical abilities, office requirements, gender, sexual orientation, academic backgrounds or other diversity dimensions, every position at Sonepar is open to individuals who share our core values and engagements. We aim to ensure our job listings resonate with everyone and truly represent the diversity we embrace and we are proud to have the GEEIS Label (Gender Equality for European & International Standard) and to be partner of AGEFIPH (Association de Gestion du Fonds pour l’Insertion Professionnelle des Personnes Handicapées)

You are interested in this challenge? Then join and build a better future with us!

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